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Shorten the long landing
Ground effect becomes significant below about one wingspan of height. A Cessna 172, with a 36 ft span, enters ground effect at flare height - the float it feels in the hold-off is ground effect arriving on cue. An A320, with a span around 117 ft, has been in ground effect since before the threshold and there is no sudden cushion to feel, only a gradual reduction in induced drag that lengthens any float you allow.
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The threshold, the flare and the hold-off. The approach that led to it is the stabilisation gates below.
One stabilised approach gate: five checks where the approach path is 500 ft above the runway. The 1,000 ft gate was not assessed, because the approach did not join final that far out.
Side view — the last 1,672 m of the approach.
Plan view — the first 1,672 m of the 2,914 m runway, to the same scale as the side view.
Touched down 988 m past the threshold — beyond the full-score zone. The arrival was smooth.
The rest of the report
The flight in the Airbus A320 from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport was overall smooth and efficient. The taxiing from the parking to the runway and back took a total of 16 minutes and covered a short distance.
The departure from Bilbao Airport on Runway 12 required a takeoff distance of 1,425 meters, where the liftoff speed was 155 knots. The local weather conditions indicated a temperature of 24°C with a wind of 10 knots at 100°, resulting in a crosswind of 3 knots and a headwind of 9 knots during takeoff.
The enroute climb started overhead Zamudio and progressed smoothly, covering a distance of 62 nm and reaching an altitude of 28,012 ft in just 11 minutes. The subsequent level cruise and climbs were also efficient, covering distances of 16 nm each and reaching cruising altitudes with ease.
The descent towards Barcelona-El Prat Airport began over Salas Altas and was completed in 25 minutes, covering 106 nm and descending from 31,020 ft to 1,465 ft. The final approach to Runway 24R at Barcelona-El Prat Airport saw a slightly firm touchdown with a touchdown speed of 130 knots.
The landing distance was 1,590 m, which was 55% of the runway length. Despite a slightly misaligned touchdown position from the centerline, the runway rollout alignment was very good. The flight used 2,204 kg of fuel for the 258 nm journey.
Overall, the flight in the Airbus A320 demonstrated efficient operations from takeoff to landing, with minor adjustments needed for touchdown alignment. The crew successfully navigated through varying altitudes and weather conditions, ensuring a safe and timely arrival at the destination.
Overall, your aircraft landing score of 82.7% reflects a good attempt, but there are definitely areas that could use improvement.
Starting with the Approach Phase, it's great that your threshold speed was at 134 knots, which indicates good control and preparation during the descent. However, there was an issue with the descent path being above the glideslope limit. This could be due to a number of factors, such as wind conditions or improper adjustments during the approach. Focusing on maintaining a steady descent path within the glideslope limits will be key to improving in this area.
Moving on to the Landing Phase, the high threshold height of 87 feet above ground level is a cause for concern as it was significantly above the target. This could be indicative of a lack of precision during the final approach and flare. Additionally, the very poor landing flare likely contributed to the firm touchdown rate of -386 feet per minute. Improving the flare technique and practicing to achieve a smoother touchdown will help in reducing the vertical speed upon landing.
In the Touchdown Phase, it's positive to note that the touchdown speed was at 130 knots, indicating good speed control. However, the touchdown point being 572 meters beyond the touchdown zone is a sign of overshooting and may have safety implications. Additionally, the slight misalignment by 4.0 meters from the centerline of the runway suggests that there may be issues with alignment and directional control during landing.
To improve your overall aircraft landing performance, I would recommend focusing on maintaining proper descent paths, practicing precise flaring techniques, and working on alignment and touchdown zone accuracy. Consistent practice and attention to detail in these areas will lead to smoother and more controlled landings in the future. Keep up the hard work and dedication to refining your skills, and you'll see improvements in your aircraft landing scores.
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